The Diploma for Graduates (DipGrad) can be used for many purposes, and in some cases, effectively provides an additional major. It requires you to do at least seven papers, of which at least four are at 300-level or above. The programme is designed for graduates and may be completed by full-time candidates in one year or by part-time candidates over more than one year. A DipGrad is a great way to retrain or to update existing qualifications. Many students also find it a convenient way to continue learning and that it is a useful bridge to postgraduate study. Forensic Analytical Science Forensic investigations are becoming increasingly sophisticated with the integration of the latest analytical techniques in forensic chemistry and biology. Additionally, a number of professions ranging from law to wildlife protection, are becoming increasingly dependent on forensic knowledge and techniques. Furthermore, growth of industries such as forensic/evidential journalism and the need for investigative skill in areas as diverse as insurance and conservation has greatly increased the need for graduates with a solid analytical science training, strong appreciation of forensics and the entrepreneurship and management skills to bring forth new ideas. Thus there is increasing interest from employers for science graduates with good analytical skills, an understanding of forensics and the business skills to function in this rapidly developing field. Forensic Analytical Science deals with the modern analytical techniques used in support of the legal system and in wider investigative contexts. Although chemistry and biology make up the core, it draws upon multiple disciplines such as mathematics and statistics, clothing and textile sciences, law, botany, and bioanthropology. This major will provide graduates with strong analytical skills that can be applied in many areas of endeavour and certainly is not limited to criminal forensics. Papers Required Approved papers from those prescribed at 300-level for the major subject or endorsement requirements for the subject concerned and/or from those available at a higher level in the subject concerned. Of the 72 points required above 200-level for the programme, a minimum of 54 points shall be from papers for the subject concerned, but papers worth up to 72 points may be required for certain subjects. Other papers at 100- and/or 200-level in the subject concerned may also be required in some cases as a condition of endorsement.